Annual climate finance doubled between 2018 and 2022 but needs to increase at least fivefold to avoid worst consequences of climate change, study shows

https://www.climatepolicyinitiative.org/press-release/global-landscape-of-climate-finance-2024/

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More than 1 in 3 tree species are at risk of going extinct, new analysis shows

The report for the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List, which dropped during the two-week UN biodiversity conference in Cali, Colombia, revealed that of the 47,282 tree species assessed, at least 16,425 are at risk of going extinct — more than double the number of all birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians threatened with extinction combined

https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/28/climate/tree-species-threatened-extinction/index.html

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A new report from the World Bank, IMF, OECD, WTO, and UNCTAD, titled "Working Together for Better Climate Action," examines how coordinated climate policies like carbon pricing can address the pressing issue of global greenhouse gas emissions. By focusing on the benefits and challenges of carbon pricing, policy spillovers, and international cooperation, the report provides a roadmap for reducing emissions while supporting economic resilience and growth

https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3136404-global-climate-action-how-carbon-pricing-and-policy-unity-can-drive-real-change

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Climate graphic of the week: Blackouts and water rationing as South American drought worsens

Bogotá limits water use and Quito schedules daily power cuts to cope with historically low rainfall

https://archive.ph/xED7P

https://www.ft.com/content/ed447a9d-eb3c-4709-b0ee-cf1f7b0a9667

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But climate modelling has not accounted for the possibility that carbon capture would break down

https://communist.red/climate-crisis-heats-up-capitalism-is-killing-the-planet/

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Greek PM deplores worst climate conditions in 4 decades
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Wildfire-plagued Greece has suffered its worst year in terms of climate conditions in four decades in 2024, its prime minister told parliament on Wednesday

https://bilyonaryo.com/2024/10/24/greek-pm-deplores-worst-climate-conditions-in-4-decades/nature/

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National study reports a 'worrying confluence' of flood risk, social vulnerability and climate change denial

Darker areas in this map show where a confluence of flood risk and climate change skepticism is making communities particularly vulnerable to flooding

https://phys.org/news/2024-10-national-confluence-social-vulnerability-climate.html

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Climate Change Disrupts Global Herb Cultivation

Climate change is also affecting the global food supply. In various regions of the world, it is becoming increasingly difficult to cultivate medicinal herbs. Due to the changing climate, there is either too much or too little water, and as a result, disease pressure has increased. Additionally, the levels of active ingredients in these plants no longer meet the required standards

https://www.miragenews.com/climate-change-disrupts-global-herb-cultivation-1340907/

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An ‘Obamacare’ for homeowners insurance could protect against climate change

The solution lies in cooperative federalism: setting federal standards for homeowners insurance while allowing states the flexibility to adapt those

https://thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/4944607-an-obamacare-for-homeowners-insurance-can-protect-against-climate-change/

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Heat pumps were supposed to help save the planet. But they’ve run into a bump

But one technology critical to fighting climate change is lagging, thanks to a combination of high interest rates, rising costs, misinformation and the cycle of home construction. Adoption of heat pumps, one of the primary ways to cut emissions from buildings, has slowed in the United States and stalled in Europe, endangering the switch to clean energy

https://archive.ph/NsRgT#selection-469.56-473.106

https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solutions/2024/10/21/heat-pump-sales-slump-us-europe/

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Only one-third of Europe's surface water in good health, study warns

Europe's water health is under severe strain, with only 37% of surface waters in good condition, warns the European Environment Agency. Pollution, habitat degradation, climate change, and freshwater overuse are key threats. "Our waters face unprecedented challenges," said EEA Executive Director Leena Yla-Mononen, highlighting risks to Europe's water security

https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20241014-europe-water

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Trees and land absorbed almost no CO2 last year. Is nature’s carbon sink failing?

The sudden collapse of carbon sinks was not factored into climate models – and could rapidly accelerate global heating

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/oct/14/nature-carbon-sink-collapse-global-heating-models-emissions-targets-evidence-aoe

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Hurricane Milton's rapid intensification linked to climate change, scientists say

The storm's rapid intensification highlights how climate change is driving stronger, faster-developing hurricanes, fueled by rising sea surface temperatures

https://www.wral.com/story/hurricane-milton-s-rapid-intensification-linked-to-climate-change-scientists-say/21661693/

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Primates face an uncertain future due to climate change

Primates, our closest living relatives in the animal kingdom, are under threat due to climate change. In particular, primates are vulnerable to climate change due to their reliance on stable ecosystems, specific habitats, and specialized diets

https://www.earth.com/news/primates-face-an-uncertain-future-due-to-climate-change/

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California panel calls attention to ties between Southwest climate crisis and cancer disparities

https://prescottenews.com/2024/10/04/california-panel-calls-attention-to-ties-between-southwest-climate-crisis-and-cancer-disparities-cronkite-news/

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Thousands of uninsured homes were in Helene’s path

The United States’ crumbling flood insurance system faces a new test after Hurricane Helene

https://archive.ph/RF18M#selection-539.0-543.91

https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/10/03/flood-insurance-program-hurricane-helene/

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How do 'double skeptics' affect government policy on climate & vaccination?

2,000 people were polled in each of eight countries: Australia, Brazil, China, India, Japan, South Africa, the UK & the US
The study found that while the vast majority of people support COVID-19 vaccinations & recognize the threats posed by climate change, there were small groups who are skeptical of either climate change or COVID-19 vaccination, & an even smaller group who were skeptical of both
https://phys.org/news/2024-10-skeptics-affect-policy-climate-vaccination.html

21 Private Equity Firms Fund Over a Gigaton of Annual Climate Pollution

"Private equity firms and their executives are making billions by investing public employees' retirement money into planet-destroying fossil fuel assets," said one researcher

https://www.commondreams.org/news/climate-change-private-equity

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Biden says over 100 dead, 600 people unaccounted for in Hurricane Helene devastation

At least 100 people have died and over 600 are unaccounted for across 10 states devastated by Hurricane Helene over the weekend, President Joe Biden said Monday, vowing to deploy the federal resources necessary for “as long as it takes” to help communities recover

https://abcnews.go.com/US/live-updates/hurricane-helene?id=113931821&entryId=114345544

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Hurricanes on repeat: Natural disasters 'don't feel natural anymore'

Residents of Florida's tiny Cedar Key reel after repeated hurricanes. In the face of more frequent, severe storms is it worth rebuilding?

https://www.freep.com/story/news/nation/2024/09/29/hurricane-helene-climate-change-florida-storms-intensify/75429855007/

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